5,4,3,2,1 Grounding

This exercise grounds you in the present moment by engaging your senses, shifting your focus away from distressing thoughts.

5 Identify five things you can see around you. Acknowledge each object by stating its name aloud or silently.

4 Identify four things you can reach out and touch or feel. Again, take a moment to name them.

3 Shift your focus to three things you can hear around you. Name them.

2 Take two deep breaths

1 State one neutral statement or fact about your day